UChicago Signature Consulting Programs

Autumn Quarter

Consulting Career Intensive

3-Day Skill Building

September 22-24, 2026 | Applications are now closed

Apply for an exciting opportunity with Career Advancement in Chicago for a three‑day Consulting Career Intensive designed to prepare students for careers across strategy, management, and business consulting. Days one and two will focus on core consulting skill‑building—including problem‑solving frameworks, case interview techniques, and client communication through a live case —while day three will feature case presentations to industry professionals.

Winter Quarter

Consulting Case Bootcamp

5-Part Case Interview Training

Winter 2027 | Sign Up Here to receive updates on this series

The Consulting Case Bootcamp is a five-part series designed to prepare students for consulting recruiting by building core case interview skills from the ground up. The program is open to second and third year students.

UChicago x McKinsey Consulting Immersion Initiative

5-Week Recruiting Prep Program

Winter 2027 | Sign Up Here to receive updates on this program

The UChicago Consulting Immersion Initiative is a selective, 5-week experiential learning series designed to equip second-year students with the analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills essential for success in consulting recruiting. Sessions are led by the McKinsey team and feature a mix of instruction, peer breakout practice, and group debriefs. Students will be selected into the program by the McKinsey recruiting team.

Spring Quarter

Bain & Co. Case Competition Experience

Case Challenge for 1st and 2nd Years

Winter 2027 | Registration Coming Soon!

Work in a team of 4-6 to tackle a real business problem – just like Bain teams do. In this multi-week case experience, selected participants will explore a live, client-style challenge, develop strategic recommendations, and present their ideas after engaging directly with members of the organization. Over 3-4 weeks in April, you’ll sharpen your problem-solving skills, collaborate closely with peers, and experience how structured thinking turns insight into impact.

Consulting Symposium - Signature Networking Event

Spring 2027 | Registration Coming Soon!

The UChicago Consulting Symposium kicks off the consulting recruiting season and provides networking opportunities with leading management and economic consulting firms. The day includes an industry insights panel with senior consultants, networking, and group case simulations that are a critical step in the application process. Open to all second and third year students.